Leyden Energy
Chemical ManufacturingCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Leyden Energy is a chemical manufacturing company based in Fremont, California, founded in 2007 to develop a high-performance lithium-ion cell originated from a patent acquired from DuPont. That lineage contributed to the development of a lithium-ion chemistry platform characterized by heat resistance, high energy density, and durability, which forms the company’s core offering. The technology targets applications in mobile consumer electronics and electric vehicles, aligning with Leyden Energy's emphasis on advanced energy storage solutions. A global team of internationally credentialed scientists and engineers leads its research into lithium-ion energy storage. Current research focuses on silicon-anode chemistry for mobile devices and low-cost lithium-titanium oxide chemistry for Start-Stop vehicle batteries. Its technology aims to address safety and stability concerns associated with traditional lithium-ion chemistries, while delivering longer cycle life and the ability to operate at higher temperatures. Located in Fremont, the company has a small to mid-sized organization, supported by an international cadre of experts.